Paul Garstang

Commercial Sales Director | 20+ Years Driving B2B FMCG Growth | Proven Leader in Sales, Strategy & Supply Chain Performance.

Clitheroe, England, United Kingdom

About

A results-driven Commercial Sales Director with over 20 years’ experience in B2B FMCG manufacturing sales and more than 10 years in senior management roles. Trained within blue-chip environments, with a strong track record of leading sales, business development, and supply chain functions to deliver consistent sales and profit growth across diverse markets, sectors, and customer portfolios. Proven expertise in developing and implementing effective structures, strategies, and processes that enhance commercial performance. Deep understanding of cross-functional business dynamics, with a strong grasp of P&L management, margin optimisation, and cash flow drivers. Combines strategic insight with operational execution, offering a wide range of core and transferable leadership skills.

Experience

  • Director of Sales at Solidus
    Mar 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 4 mos

  • Sales and Business Development at Pretium Packaging
    Mar 2023 - May 2024 · 1 yr 3 mos

  • Commercial Director at Pont Packaging Ltd
    Apr 2021 - Mar 2023 · 2 yrs

  • Commercial Manager at PharmaPac
    Mar 2019 - Apr 2021 · 2 yrs 2 mos

  • Sales and Supply Chain Director at Sales and Manufacturing Solutions Ltd
    Jun 2015 - Mar 2019 · 3 yrs 10 mos